Cat Daddies

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Cat Daddies

Released Oct 14, 2022

1h 29m

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Man has found a new best friend: Tora, Pickles, Lucky, Zulu, Toodles, Flame and GoalKitty. These are just some of the lovable feline stars of director Mye Hoang’s debut documentary film CAT DADDIES. A heartwarming and tender portrait of a diverse group of men whose lives have been forever changed by their love of cats, CAT DADDIES takes us on an inspiring journey all across the United States during the challenging early days of the COVID-19 pandemic when people desperately needed hope and companionship. These nine “cat dads” come from all walks of life – a firefighter, a truck driver, a Hollywood stuntman, an ad executive turned cat rescuer, a police officer, a software engineer, an actor/Instagram influencer, a school teacher and an undocumented and disabled immigrant living on the streets of New York City. They couldn’t be any more different, but each of them has a compelling story to tell and share an unconditional love for their beloved cats. A refreshing and timely exploration of modern masculinity, CAT DADDIES shows us how being a “cat person” has no gender, and that the unlikely bond between man and cat is here to stay.

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Amy Nicholson

FilmWeek (LAist)

These people don't really pop as characters.

Oct 24, 2022

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Rachel West

That Shelf

[Hoang's] film will likely appeal to those who already love cats but will have a much harder time winning over anyone else.

Feb 18, 2023

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Kim Hughes

Original Cin

This doc about American men and the felines they love is very sweet but it lacks the gravitas necessary to support its premise that there’s something weird about guys who dig cats.

Rated: B-

Feb 17, 2023

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Richard Crouse

Richard Crouse

The stories vary in poignancy and aren’t all equally captivating. Still, for cat lovers there is enough heartwarming feline action to earn a recommend and if you’re a dog lover, this just might change your catitude.

Rated: 4/5

Feb 16, 2023

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Steven Warner

In Review Online

Despite all of the applause-worthy aesthetics on display, one wishes that Hoang had either been a little more focused in his thematics or simply abandoned anything resembling a thesis statement.

Nov 1, 2022

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Dennis Harvey

48 Hills

Sprawling from coast to coast, these stories are endearing, as of course are the cats.

Oct 31, 2022

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LaGeek

We love our cats so when I saw a documentary about cats and their people I was excited. My husband, however, told me "there's better be nothing in here to cry about--I don't want to cry in public." Think about the impact.that cats have: My husband was afraid that the documentary would make him cry. I couldn't guarantee anything but I did cry at a few points. After the movie ended, I wanted more. Did everything work out well for everyone? I wanted to donate to a couple of the causes (but I donated to our local cat refuges instead). I wanted everyone to have a happy ending but that doesn't happen in real life. I was thrilled that we had a movie star at our premiere in Dallas. We got to meet Tora the Traveling Cat! Tora is so much more patient with people than my cat. I'm following everyone I can because I'm invested in the stars. Thank you!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

10/25/22

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Jill B.

Not as good as I’d hoped.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

07/05/25

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dave d

A documentary on men who own cats and there are moments that pull your heart. When the film becomes an informercial it loses steam, but in general this is a nice empty calorie ride. Final Score: 8/10

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

09/25/23

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Audience Member

Cat lovers will LOVE this film, but there’s a lot of heart behind it too in the story of salvation for all.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/27/23

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Anne C

Amazing movie! Have seen 4 times in theaters, twice during local film festivals (DIFF/Dallas International Film Festival and AFD/Asian Film Festival of Dallas) with the very talented filmmaker Mae Hoang in attendence for Q&A. Have recommended and encouraged fellow cat owners to see. Would see again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Audience Member

Never saw it, just know I would love it.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

11/12/22

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Man has found a new best friend: Tora, Pickles, Lucky, Zulu, Toodles, Flame and GoalKitty. These are just some of the lovable feline stars of director Mye Hoang’s debut documentary film CAT DADDIES. A heartwarming and tender portrait of a diverse group of men whose lives have been forever changed by their love of cats, CAT DADDIES takes us on an inspiring journey all across the United States during the challenging early days of the COVID-19 pandemic when people desperately needed hope and companionship. These nine “cat dads” come from all walks of life – a firefighter, a truck driver, a Hollywood stuntman, an ad executive turned cat rescuer, a police officer, a software engineer, an actor/Instagram influencer, a school teacher and an undocumented and disabled immigrant living on the streets of New York City. They couldn’t be any more different, but each of them has a compelling story to tell and share an unconditional love for their beloved cats. A refreshing and timely exploration of modern masculinity, CAT DADDIES shows us how being a “cat person” has no gender, and that the unlikely bond between man and cat is here to stay.

Director: Mye Hoang
Producer: Mye Hoang, Dave Boyle
Screenwriter: Mye Hoang
Production Co: Gray Hat Productions
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 14, 2022, Limited
Box Office (Gross USA): $109.5K
Runtime: 1h 29m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos

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